Help me pick a tree?

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Hello all, :)I'd like an evergreen for the backyard.Conditions:Climate: Los Angeles Soil: ClayishSun: FullArea: Middle of the back lawnDesires:Evergreen 12'- 25' high when fully matureCanopy Fast growingLow litter I bought two Tipu trees today b/c they looked so pretty but I got homeand looked them up and discovered they get huge and cause a mess. I'mtaking them back tomorrow. Think I'd be better off sticking withsmaller trees that won't flower. Any help would be appreciated. I'mconsidering African Sumac. Comments??TIA!Jett

LFR · Accepted Answer

Jett,Why not consult with the personnel at the place you bought the tree from?Since they are in the business, they "should" be most knowledgeable.Good luck.Lynn

Anonymous · Answer

Thanks, but I don't like to rely on one source of info. IAC I decided to keep the tipu's and just have my gardner make sure they stay trimmed to keep them from getting out of hand. The leaves are just so pretty!

Jett

gregpresley · Answer

I'm partial to magnolia grandifloras. The main species is a large tree 80ft. but Sunset garden guide lists several cultivars that are much shorter,yet still spreading - among them 'samuel sommer'  'san marino'  'st. mary'and 'victoria'.  The leaves must be picked up when they fall - they are likeplastic, and do not decay for seemingly forever. They don't fall at a fastrate, nor at any one season of the year, so they are easy to pick up on acasual jaunt through the yard. However, that is a small price to pay forsuch beautiful glossy foliage and big fragrant flowers.

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